GRE Word List

FESTER

to generate pus

The meaning of the word fester is to generate pus.

Random words

WordMeaning
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance
inanelacking significance, meaning, or point : silly
mischiefa specific injury or damage attributed to a particular agent
impalpableincapable of being felt by touch : intangible
stoutstrong of character: such as
discretionindividual choice or judgment
badinageplayful repartee : banter
pedestalthe support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease